CNC Programmer II - 5-Axis Mastercam Specialist

Aereos; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aereos is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop and optimize Mastercam programs for milling, turning, and mill-turn operations in aerospace and defense contexts. You will simulate, verify, and prove out programs, support setups, and collaborate cross-functionally to improve efficiency.

The role requires 3–5 axis milling, 2–5 axis turning, and familiarity with FANUC, Haas, Mazak, and Makino controls, plus strong GD&T and tooling knowledge.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Mastercam for milling and turning.
• Experience with CNC mills (3–5 axis), lathes (2–5 axis), and controls FANUC, Haas, Mazak, Makino.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, DFM, G-code/M-code, CNC tooling, and machine geometry.
• Familiarity with aerospace/defense quality standards (e.g., DPD, AS9100).

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC programs for milling, lathe, and mill-turn operations.
• Use Mastercam and CIMCO Simulation to verify programs before running on machines.
• Load, verify, and support prove-out of programs and assist with setups and changeovers.
• Improve cycle times and efficiency; participate in tooling and fixture decisions.
• Interpret complex drawings and GD&T for multi-datum tolerances.
• Collaborate with planning, QA, engineering, and production to meet goals.
• Create setup and technical documentation from programs for shop use.
• Support machine maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.

Skills

Mastercam

GD&T

G-code/M-code

CNC tooling

machining geometry

Tools

CIMCO Simulation

Job description

Aereos is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop and optimize Mastercam programs for milling, turning, and mill-turn operations in aerospace and defense contexts. You will simulate, verify, and prove out programs, support setups, and collaborate cross-functionally to improve efficiency.

The role requires 3–5 axis milling, 2–5 axis turning, and familiarity with FANUC, Haas, Mazak, and Makino controls, plus strong GD&T and tooling knowledge.